Hey Angelinos, wondering what to do in LA this June? Never fear, BOXFOX is here... with our monthly curated calendar. From movies on the beach to a downtown bread festival, and everything in between, June is filled with new and exciting ways to experience the City of Angels.
J U N E 1 Tacos and Tequila // La Brea
LA’s first ever “taco tasting.” A ticket gets you access to taco tastings from all participating restaurants, live music, and two specialty cocktails.
J U N E 3 + 4 LA Bread Festival // Downtown
The third annual Los Angeles Bread Festival is back and butter than ever – Oprah approves. This year’s festival will take place at LA’s Grand Central Market, and will feature bread, nut butter, and jam tastings from tons of local bakeries, AND a “Feel the Churn Butter Aerobics Class” (whatever that is, we’re down). Best of all, it’s 100% free.
J U N E 6 Dodgers vs. Nationals // Dodger Stadium
There's nothing quite like going to a baseball game in the summer. Enjoy cold beer, Dodger dogs, and America's favorite pass time at this Tuesday night game.J U N E 8 Sustainable Dinner and Wine at the Zoo // LA Zoo
In honor of the LA Zoo’s 50th year of operation, come enjoy sustainable and locally sourced dinner and wine amongst the animals.
J U N E 9 First Friday's at the Natural History Museum // Natural History Museum
The slogan for this event is “Serving Up Science,” which honestly sold us before we even read the description. During this Night at the Museum, you can enjoy tours of the Natural History Museum, scientific discussions, live music, and delicious food.
J U N E 8 - 1 0 LA Design Festival //
An entire festival celebrating LA’s rich design culture. Everything from furniture to water color art to creative food design will be on display, up for purchase, or up for grabs at interactive pop-ups.
J U N E 5 - 1 1 LA Pride // West Hollywood
The LA Pride Festival is one of the biggest Pride events in the entire United States, attracting half a million people each year. It's an awesome way to have a great time while supporting the LGBTQ community!
J U N E 1 3 Pop-Up Magazine // Theater at the Ace Hotel
The coming together of the best and most creative people of our generation – think best selling authors, actors, photographers, artists, journalists, etc. At this meeting of the minds, all contributors are presenting brand new work, and discussing the method to their madness onstage.
J U N E 1 4 - 2 2 Los Angeles Film Festival // Greater LA Area
TONS of events, performances, lectures, and movie screenings across LA during this 9 day festival. This festival gives everyone from up and coming independent filmmakers to big-name movie producers the chance to showcase their work… and gives you the chance to experience the best that indy Hollywood has to offer.
J U N E 1 5 - A U G U S T 2 2 Moonlight Movies on the Beach // Long Beach
Enjoy a free movie with free parking (so rare in LA that it’s worth mentioning) under the stars on the beach. Bring your blanket and a picnic and enjoy a movie at the beach. And FYI, Mean Girls is playing on the 27th... see you there.
J U N E 1 7 + 1 8 LA Wine Fest // Downtown
Enjoy wine (or beer!) yummy food, creations by local artists, and floral bouquets at this two day annual festival dedicated to, you guessed it, vino.
J U N E 1 8 Father's Day
Call your dad!T H R O U G H J U L Y 9 Book of Mormon // The Pantages
The hit Broadway musical is coming to LA's beautiful and classic Pantages theater. You're sure to get a good laugh, so be sure to get your tickets before the show leaves LA on July 9th!
J U N E 2 1 First Day of Summer!
Enough said. Let the bottomless brunches begin.
J U N E 2 2 Twilight Concert Series, Khalid // Santa Monica Pier
It's finally back! The Twilight Concert Series at the Santa Monica Pier with a performance by Khalid. Admission is totally free, and the pier is right by some delicious restaurants and a popular bar scene, making this the perfect summer date night.
J U N E 2 3 Jason Mraz // Hollywood Bowl
"I'm Yours" was, like, the soundtrack of 2008, so needless to say we are stoked to see Jason Mraz in concert. June 23rd also happens to be Jason Mraz's 40th birthday, so this show is guaranteed to be extra special!
J U N E 2 4 The Sound of Music Sing Along // Hollywood Bowl
The (Hollywood) hiiiiiiiills are alive, with the sound of muuuuusic. Join thousands of other Sound of Music lovers in belting along to your favorite tunes from this classic film.
J U N E 3 0 Charity Sample Sale // Downtown
Get in loser, we're going shopping... for a good cause. A giant sample sale featuring dozens of vendors (we see you For Love & Lemons) will be popping up in LA this June. Admission to get access to huge discounts (think 50-70% off) costs only $5, and goes directly to Red Eye, a kids' mentorship program for at-risk and impoverished youth.
